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One of the things we work hard at, here at Mosquito Joe, is minimizing our footprint in your yard.  While we recognize the devastating impacts of mosquito borne illnesses (and the allergies some of our customers have to mosquitoes), we also recognize the vital role that other insects play.  The owners of Mosquito Joe of … Continue reading All About Bees →

Controlling mosquitos in your property is based very much in science.  However, choosing from the many mosquito control options and applying them can be somewhat of an art.  Mosquito Barrier Treatments are custom applications, performed by a licensed pest control technician, that conform to the intricacies of each individual property.  They take into consideration the … Continue reading What is a Mosquito Misting Systems →

It is easy to be complacent and to believe that Texans don’t have to worry too much about ticks.  In fact, many people believe it is an issue for the Northeast and not a concern for us. The fact is that the CDC has singled out Lyme Disease as the most common, and fastest growing … Continue reading It’s Time to Talk Ticks →

Fire ant service from Mosquito Joe (and some fascinating information on Fire Ants) Fire ants are not just a nuisance in Texas, they are dangerous and do an incredible amount of damage.  Red imported fire ants are an invasive species, not just to the US but to Australia, China and Taiwan.  Over five billion dollars … Continue reading How to Treat Fire Ants →

What to do after you get bit by a mosquito To understand the best way to deal with a mosquito bite it is helpful to first appreciate what is going on in our body when bitten.  And using the term “bite” isn’t entirely accurate.    Firstly, it is the female mosquito who “bites” as she needs … Continue reading Mosquito Bite – Now what? →